WHO STILL TALKS ABOUT MUSIC?

Moderator: Martina Validžić (HRT, HR)

Speakers: Alan Pedder (The Needle Drop, The Line of Best Fit, UK/SE), Kevin Cole (KEXP, US), Rhian Daly (NME, UK)

Topic info: Music has never been more accessible, yet dedicated music coverage seems to be disappearing from mainstream media. Are audiences simply consuming music differently, or have traditional media stopped investing in music journalism? As algorithms, playlists and social platforms increasingly shape discovery, what role do radio, newspapers and music publications still play? This panel explores how music reaches audiences today, who influences listening habits, and whether there is still a place for editorial voices in an algorithm-driven world.

Date: Friday 11.09.2026
Time: 13:15 - 14:00
Venue: House of Art Arsen